Maternity comparison site launched

3rd December 2010

The Department of Health has launched an online comparison tool for expectant parents to compare and rate maternity services in England.

Available on NHS Choices, it provides information on every maternity service and covers the service offered, patients’ comments, opening times and additional facilities. However, the DH has also warned that comments will be monitored and any abuse, including naming of staff, would not be posted. Public health minister Anne Milton said expectant parents needed enough information to make the right choices.